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Wendi L. JohnsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Criminological theory
• Delinquency
• Health and well-being
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Wendi L. Johnson is an Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at Oakland University, located in Rochester, Michigan. She is affiliated with the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work, and Criminal Justice. Her research focuses on criminological theory, delinquency, health and well-being, family dynamics, inequality, adolescence, and quantitative methods. She teaches courses such as Introduction to Criminal Justice, Criminological Theory, and Criminal Justice Capstone. Her work explores topics including crime desistance, intimate partner violence, parenting stress, and socioeconomic disparities in education and criminal justice outcomes. She has contributed to understanding the role of family relationships, employment, and institutional factors (e.g., marriage, military service) in shaping criminal behavior and societal well-being. Johnson’s research spans issues like teen dating violence patterns, the role of parents in antisocial behavior trajectories, and the intersection of work and family life among disadvantaged fathers. Her findings highlight the importance of contextual factors in addressing social inequalities and promoting healthy family dynamics. While no specific awards are listed, her publications reflect a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in criminal justice and social policy through rigorous empirical research. She advises students and actively engages in community outreach to support academic programs and student success.

Karie J McGuireView profile

Assistant Clinical Professor

• Social Work
• Human Trafficking
• Complex Trauma
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Karie J McGuire is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Widener University's Social Work department, holding a DSW from Rutgers School of Social Work (2020). She specializes in trauma-informed care, domestic minor sex trafficking, and sexual health education, drawing from her MSW with Violence Against Women Certificate (2014) and BS in Public Health (2010) from Rutgers University. Her career bridges clinical practice, advocacy, and education. Doctor of Social Work (DSW), Rutgers School of Social Work (2020) Master of Social Work (MSW) with Certificate in Violence Against Women and Children (2014) Bachelor of Science (BS) in Public Health (2010) Research focuses on: Domestic minor sex trafficking and victim misidentification Complex trauma manifestations in trafficking survivors Crisis intervention strategies Improving access to mental health services Sexual health education across lifespan Recent publications examine trauma embodiment in trafficking victims (2018), LGBTQ+ trafficking case studies (2019), and pediatric hospice grief narratives (2021). Three most recent works demonstrate interdisciplinary focus on medical social work and biopsychosocial trauma responses. Professional affiliations include: National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Global Association of Human Trafficking Scholars (GAHTS) National Association of Perinatal Social Workers (NAPSW) McGuire emphasizes relational teaching approaches, advocating for systemic change while maintaining private clinical practice with adolescents. She presents nationally on human trafficking, sexual health, and trauma-informed systems.

• Criminology
• Social Media
• Mental Health
• +6 more

Karen Cooper is a Lecturer in Criminology and Criminal Justice at the School of Education and Social Sciences, University of the West of Scotland (UWS). She holds a DPhil in Criminology from the University of Oxford and has held roles as a Research Fellow at the University of Edinburgh (2013–2021) and Research Analyst at the Scottish Government’s Justice Analytical Services (2008–2013). Her research focuses on vulnerable youth populations, particularly exploring how online environments impact relationships, mental health, and risk behaviors. She employs mixed-methods approaches to study topics such as sexting, child sexual exploitation, and youth justice. Key affiliations include: UWS: Lecturer (2022–present), Research Fellow (2020–2022) University of Edinburgh: Research Fellow (2013–2021) Scottish Government: Research Analyst (2008–2013) Research interests emphasize: Risk and coercion among vulnerable youth Social media’s role in mental health and wellbeing Co-production of resources with stakeholders Evaluation of interventions targeting youth violence Current projects with RAND Europe address police use of out-of-court disposals and the Alternative Provision Specialist Taskforce (APST), aiming to reduce youth violence. Her work aligns with UN SDGs related to justice, education, and mental health. Key collaborations include EU-funded SPIRTO (UK/Sweden/Germany) and projects in South Korea (British Council grant). She has published widely on child sexual exploitation, online safety, and youth engagement strategies.

Allison GrayView profile

Researcher

• Food Systems
• Animal Welfare
• Criminology
• +5 more

Allison Gray is a researcher at the University of Windsor, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Her work focuses on the intersections of food systems, criminology, and animal welfare, with notable contributions to understanding domestic violence dynamics, plant-based dietary transitions, and the ethical implications of food production and consumption. She has been recognized for her storytelling in communicating research impacts, winning the SSHRC Storytellers Contest in 2017. Education: Doctoral graduate (exact degree not specified) at the University of Windsor. Affiliations: Active in interdisciplinary research initiatives, including projects addressing climate justice (featured in International Open Access Week 2022). Gray’s research explores how societal structures perpetuate harm, particularly through food systems and domestic violence contexts. She examines topics like animal abuse as a marker of domestic violence, the sustainability of plant-based diets, and the ethical responsibilities of agribusiness. Her work bridges sociological, criminological, and environmental perspectives, advocating for systemic change in policies and consumer behavior. Her publications highlight critical analyses of food crime, dairy industry practices, and the role of shelter services in supporting victims with pets. She has contributed to debates around food safety, corporate accountability, and the environmental impact of dietary choices. Key Themes: Food systems ethics, interspecies violence, sustainability, and policy advocacy.

• Sexual Delinquency
• Violence
• Spousal Abuse
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Tamsin Higgs is a Full Professor at the University of Montreal's Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Psychology. She specializes in forensic psychology, focusing on sexual delinquency, violence, spousal abuse, and cognitive-behavioral interventions. Her affiliations include the Centre international de criminologie comparée (CICC) and the Centre de recherche de l’Institut national de psychiatrie légale Philippe-Pinel. Affiliations & Roles Member of CICC (Comparative Criminology Research Centre) Member of Pôle d'expertise et de recherche en santé et bien-être des hommes Affiliated with Institut Philippe-Pinel de Montréal (IPP) Education & Teaching While specific academic qualifications aren't listed, her roles imply advanced training in clinical psychology and criminology. She teaches courses like "Personnalité et comportement criminel" and "Organisation professionnelle et éthique" to graduate students pursuing psychology and forensic mental health programs. Research Focus Her research explores sexual homicide typologies, risk assessment in violent offenders, and interventions for sexual offenders. She emphasizes understanding offender psychology, particularly in cases involving necrophilic behaviors or multiple victims. Her work bridges clinical psychology and legal practices, addressing gaps in offender treatment and forensic evaluation. Grants & Projects Leads projects on intimate partner homicide (SSHRC-funded) and sexual aggression among involuntary celibates (FRQSC-funded) Co-leads the CICC strategic research group (FRQSC-funded) Investigates treatment adherence among offenders with severe mental illnesses Advising & Mentorship Supervised 5 recent theses, including studies on rape-supportive attitudes, forensic confession dynamics, and therapeutic alliance in child sexual abuse treatment programs. Labs & Collaborations Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams at CICC and IPP, focusing on sexual homicide analysis, risk assessment tools, and forensic intervention strategies.

Maria del Mar Pastor BravoView profile

Professor

• Public Health
• Nursing Education
• Gender-Based Violence
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Maria del Mar Pastor Bravo is a Professor in the Department of Nursing at the University of Murcia's Faculty of Nursing. She holds a PhD in Nursing from the same institution (2014), focusing on the voices of women subjected to female genital mutilation (FGM) and implications for nursing practice. Her research group, Advanced Care Research, explores migrant health, LGBTQ+ healthcare equity, violence prevention, and nursing education innovation. Key research areas include: Gender-Based Violence: Dating violence prevention in adolescents, FGM eradication strategies, and male perspectives on FGM consequences Migrant Health: Agricultural worker healthcare access, post-migration experiences of FGM survivors, and labor-related health disparities Nursing Education: Simulation-based learning effectiveness, flipped classroom methodologies, and student well-being during crises LGBTQ+ Health: Transgender youth healthcare access, institutional inclusivity, and school victimization analysis Her recent work highlights cross-sectoral collaboration in protecting migrant farmworkers during crises and analyzing pandemic impacts on mental health systems. She leads the AGROMISALUD project examining agricultural migrant sociolaboral precarity and health. Notable contributions include: Developing FGM prevention educational materials through qualitative research Evaluating palliative care simulation training for nursing students Comparative studies on healthcare access for transgender youth in Spain and Sweden Her work integrates qualitative methodologies and mixed-methods research to address health inequities in vulnerable populations.

• Criminology
• Quantitative Methods
• Victimization
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Ferhat Tura is a Lecturer in Criminology at Bournemouth University. He holds an MSc in Crime, Safety and Justice from Cardiff University (2015) and a PhD in Criminology from Nottingham Trent University (2020). His research explores crime trends, quantitative methodology, victimization, and policing strategies. Current projects include analyzing betting shops' relationship to crime and polyvictimization of children. He supervises PhD student Amrik Singh studying transphobic hate crimes. Recent publications focus on adolescent victimization and policing styles. Grants include: Wellcome Trust study on child victimization (2024) University of Bristol project on betting shops and crime (2023)

Kristina HoodView profile

Assistant Professor

• Preventive Health Behaviors
• Health Disparities
• Condom Use Attitudes
• +5 more

Kristina Hood, Ph.D., serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), holding a tenure-track position with research centered on health disparities among people of color and underserved populations. Her work bridges basic and applied research to translate laboratory findings on persuasion and behavior change into real-world HIV prevention interventions. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University, 2012 Dr. Hood's research examines psychosocial determinants of health behavior, with specific focus on condom use attitudes, sexual health promotion, and reproductive health disparities. Her scholarship demonstrates consistent emphasis on intersectional approaches addressing how race, gender, and socioeconomic status compound health inequities. Methodologically, she employs mixed-methods designs including longitudinal studies, intervention development, and community-based participatory research to investigate mental health literacy, ethnic-racial identity, and healthcare access barriers. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveals dominant trends in Black emerging adult mental health, gendered racial microaggressions affecting sexual health behaviors, and structural barriers to preventive care. Her work increasingly incorporates technology-based interventions and examines pandemic-related health consequences through lenses of discrimination and mistrust. Scientific Awards: Developing Diverse Investigators Workshop, NIMH (2014) Special Populations Research Development Seminar Series Workshop, NIDA (2013) Fellow, HIV Intervention Science Training Program, Columbia University (2012-2014) Dr. Hood mentors doctoral students including Ashlynn Bell (recently advanced to candidacy) and award-winning researcher Alexandra Wynn. She directs the PROGRESS Lab, which confronts oppression through research addressing reproductive health disparities and developing interventions for substance use stigma reduction. Current projects include technology-based HIV prevention tools and studies examining how discrimination shapes healthcare utilization among marginalized communities. The PROGRESS Lab operates as an intersectional research space focused on building equitable communities through culturally grounded interventions. Recent initiatives include developing interactive modules to reduce substance use disorder stigma among medical students and investigating how gendered racial microaggressions impact condom negotiation among Black women.

• Social Work
• Feminist Theory
• Critical Whiteness Studies
• +3 more

Amelia Wheeler is a Lecturer in Social Work at the School of Allied Health, Faculty of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on intersections of gender, race, and power in social work practice, particularly addressing child sexual abuse through profeminist frameworks and deconstructing whiteness in helping professions. Her work critiques systemic inequities in social work education and practice, emphasizing anti-racist and feminist approaches. Recent publications include contributions to The Routledge International Handbook of Feminisms in Social Work (2024) and Handbook of Critical Whiteness (2023). She has explored topics such as heteropatriarchal influences on men’s victim-survivor experiences and institutional whiteness in social service sectors. No awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided texts.

Gitanjali Nain GillView profile

Professor

• Environmental Law
• Climate Change
• Biodiversity
• +5 more

Professor Gitanjali Nain Gill is a tenured full professor of environmental law at the Northumbria School of Law, Northumbria University, UK, and a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences. Her academic career spans over two decades since completing her Law PhD in 1999, with significant contributions to environmental law scholarship and practice. Professor Gill's research interests form a coherent body of work reflecting thematic issues including access to environmental justice, climate change, biodiversity, land rights, Sustainable Development Goals, and sustainability with a particular focus on India. Her current research focuses specifically on menstrual waste, law and sustainability in India. Through awareness and capacity-building empowerment programmes, her action research helps build coalitions, trust and confidence between Indian NGOs and marginalised communities to support victims of environmental degradation. Her publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory in environmental law scholarship, with recent works examining judicial responses to climate change in Indian cities, environmental public hearings with attention to gender perspectives, and the functioning of India's National Green Tribunal. Her research increasingly intersects with AI ethics, as evidenced by her work on ethical review for AI in policing. Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences Responsible AI UK Keystone Project (2024-2028) AHRC BRAID Scoping to Embed AI in Context (2023) British Academy Grants (2013-16; 2020-2023) NERC Grant on climate change and UK's Decarbonisation Agenda (2022) Professor Gill actively supervises postgraduate research students including Dac Nguyen (researching land valuation in compulsory acquisition in Vietnam) and Luke Johnson (researching ecocide from concept to courtroom). She has served as Principal Investigator on multiple significant research projects including 'Climate Change and Decarbonisation: Interdisciplinary Hopping' funded by NERC and 'Land acquisition, rehabilitation and resettlement of vulnerable poor communities' funded by the British Academy. Her international impact is evidenced by her role as expert academic advisor to prestigious organizations including the Sabin Centre Peer Review Network on Climate Change Litigation and the United Nations Environment Programme.

Alexander McClellandView profile

Associate Professor

• Critical social science
• Violence
• Surveillance
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Dr. Alexander McClelland is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice , Carleton University. His research bridges critical criminology , public health law , and LGBTQ+ rights , with particular focus on the criminalization of HIV non-disclosure and police-involved deaths in Canada. Key Grants : CIHR Community-Based HIV Team Grant (2024-2025), SSHRC Insight Grant (2024-2028), SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2022-2024) Notable Publications : Criminalized Lives: HIV and Legal Violence (Rutgers University Press, 2024), recipient of POZ Magazine's Best in Literature Award (2024) His work critically examines how surveillance systems and criminal law intersect with health disparities , particularly for Black, Indigenous, and LGBTQ+ communities . Through projects like the Tracking (In)Justice database and Policing the Pandemic Mapping Project , he documents systemic violence while advocating for legal reforms. Recent research focuses on data ethics in HIV surveillance , epistemological exclusion in community-based research, and medico-legal borderlands . His articles frequently address consent, stigma, and policy reform , with methodological emphasis on qualitative narratives and community partnerships .

• Criminology
• Quantitative Methodologies
• Gender Studies
• +5 more

Dr. Leslie-Anne Keown is an Adjunct Research Professor at Carleton University's Department of Sociology and Anthropology. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Calgary and currently works full-time at Statistics Canada in Ottawa as an analyst/editor for the flagship publication Canadian Social Trends . Her roles at Statistics Canada include advising on quantitative methodologies (scale construction, factor analysis, longitudinal analysis), survey development (particularly the General Social Survey), and gender-related research. Prior to her Ottawa position, she managed the Statistics Canada Research Data Centre at the University of Calgary, overseeing operations, researcher support, and her own research. She regularly teaches criminology, statistics, and research methods. Her research focuses on crime precautions through a gendered lens, fertility decision-making, social networks, work-life balance, and quantitative methodologies. She has published extensively in sociology, criminology, and interdisciplinary journals. Her recent publications analyze financial literacy, gendered crime prevention strategies, early childhood interventions, maternal well-being in disability contexts, and social network dynamics. Her work bridges methodological innovation with policy-relevant outcomes, particularly in crime, health, and family studies. Dr. Keown’s academic contributions emphasize rigorous quantitative analysis applied to societal challenges. Her teaching and mentoring roles extend her impact beyond research, fostering future scholars in methodology and applied social science.

Craig CollieView profile

Lecturer

• Missing Persons
• Search and Rescue
• Criminal Justice
• +3 more

Dr. Craig Collie is a Lecturer in Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Portsmouth's School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. He serves as Associate Head (Quality Delivery) and PhD Supervisor, coordinating modules like Missing Persons: Issues and Investigation. His research focuses on missing persons, search and rescue operations, and criminal justice policy. Prior to academia, he worked as a Special Constable in Scotland and a self-employed Private Investigator. He volunteers as a Search Technician with Hampshire Search and Rescue. Research Interests: Missing Persons Investigation & Policy Search and Rescue Strategies Criminal Justice System Analysis Community Resilience in Emergencies Recent Work Trends: His articles analyze missing persons' risk assessment (2024), cross-border citizen participation in cold cases (2024), and UK water rescue dynamics (2024). Earlier work explored pandemic impacts on missing reports (2021), volunteer retention in SAR (2021), and child abduction modus operandi (2016-2017). Awards: None explicitly listed in the provided texts. Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD candidates and coordinates research projects. Involved in grants related to missing persons investigations and search techniques. Labs/Teams: Associated with the Centre for the Study of Missing Persons, Institute of Criminal Justice Studies, and Risk Reduction and Resilience initiatives.

Nikolett AratóView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cyberbullying
• Digital Skills
• Child Development
• +3 more

Nikolett Arató is an Assistant Professor at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), affiliated with the Department of Counselling and School Psychology. She holds academic roles in the Institute of Psychology and serves as a member of the Faculty Research Ethics Committee. Her research focuses on cyberbullying prevention, digital skills development, socio-emotional learning, and the psychological impacts of technology use among children and adolescents. She actively contributes to cross-national studies on bullying dynamics and mental health resilience in educational settings. Her work emphasizes understanding the interplay between executive functions, digital literacy, and cyberbullying behaviors. Recent studies explore protective factors against cyberbullying, such as family support and emotion regulation strategies, alongside pandemic-related social isolation effects. She has validated questionnaires for assessing bullying behaviors and identity models in diverse populations. Nikolett’s research also addresses digital media’s role in mental health, including problematic smartphone use linked to social anxiety and cognitive impairments. She advocates for teacher training in bullying intervention and promotes transnational collaboration to address bullying and integration challenges in schools. Her publications span academic journals in psychology, education, and public health, reflecting her commitment to evidence-based solutions in educational and clinical contexts.

Rebecca ZerkView profile

Researcher

• Victimology
• Domestic Abuse
• Gerontology
• +7 more

Rebecca Zerk is a Researcher and Director of the Centre for Age, Gender and Social Justice at Aberystwyth University 's Department of Law & Criminology. She serves as Co-Lead of the Dewis Choice Initiative, a 4* REF-recognized project addressing domestic abuse among older adults. PhD candidate studying help-seeking behaviors of older domestic abuse survivors Former lecturer at Aberystwyth University and Crosskeys College Research Interests focus on: Victimology with emphasis on older women's experiences of domestic and sexual abuse, Gerontology examining abuse in later life, and Social Justice through co-production methods . Her work bridges academic research with practice-led training for 24,000+ practitioners and utilizes creative methodologies like film and VR to amplify marginalized voices. Recent publications span 2024-2015 , emphasizing abuse in later life , coercive control dynamics , and technology-enabled interventions . Her Welsh Crucible Prize (2024) recognizes research excellence. Spearheaded Do You See Me film project with LGBTQ+ survivors Developed SOS Toolkit for older abuse survivors Created VR experiences showing domestic abuse help-seeking Collaborations include University of Westminster and Welsh Government policy panels. She leads Welsh Centre for Crime and Social Justice funded research and contributes to Dydaf Powys PCC initiatives.